Description
Fudgy Chewy Browkies combine the best of brownies and cookies in one irresistible dessert. With a rich, chocolatey brownie base and a soft, chewy cookie layer, this hybrid treat is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Brownie Layer:
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (or ¾ cup chocolate chips)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Cookie Layer:
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Grease lightly.
- Prepare the Brownie Layer:
- Melt butter and chocolate together in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add melted chocolate mixture and whisk until combined.
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Fold gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Spread brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Prepare the Cookie Layer:
- Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Assemble the Browkies:
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the brownie batter and gently spread into an even layer.
- Bake:
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Serve:
- Lift browkies out of the pan using parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Add nuts or swirl in peanut butter for extra flavor.
- Use different chocolate chips for a customized taste.
- For a gooey texture, slightly underbake and allow to set while cooling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
